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The Economic Case For Health
Poor health has a direct negative impact on the economy:
- Individuals: Reduced work capacity due to absenteeism
- Companies: Lower productivity and higher costs
- Companies & States: Slower GDP growth and a shrinking tax base
These findings are based on screening 1,000 academic articles and a literature review of 225 articles focusing on four key domains: individuals, private sector firms, public finance and macroeconomics.
Key Insights from the Report
- Macro Growth: Healthier states attract more investment and see higher per-capita income.
- Workforce: Healthier workers mean higher productivity and lower business costs.
- Public Finance: Prevention (nutrition, chronic disease) protects public budgets and increases tax revenue.
- Families: Good health is the foundation for household wealth and upward mobility.
This research revealed a powerful two-way relationship: better economics equals better Health, and better Health equals better economics.